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Lagerstroemia 'Osage'

Family Lythraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 3 - 4 m (10 - 12 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Lagerstroemia 'Osage' (crapemyrtle) bears showy, light pink and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early fall. This plant is arching in form and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is deep green and medium lime in colour. The bark is showy, multi-coloured and spotted and exfoliating in texture. Lagerstroemia 'Osage' (crapemyrtle) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, foundation, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics This tree attracts birds to your garden. Lagerstroemia 'Osage' tolerates drought, compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lagerstroemia 'Osage' (crapemyrtle) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.